MARSDEN HOUSE

2017 House Handbook

TABLE OF CONTENTS Letter from the Housemaster Vision Statement Marsden House and School Information The King’s Haka The House System House Leaders Marsden House History Past Leaders of Marsden Values of King’s College Charter of Rights House Reward System Marsden Cups and Trophies King’s College Anti-Harassment Policy Marsden House Rules and Information

LETTER FROM THE HOUSEMASTER Dear Students, Parents, Families and Friends, Welcome to Marsden House for 2017. In this Handbook you will find information relating to many aspects of Marsden House – from a historical background, through to current rules and regulations. I hope that all students, parents and caregivers will find the time to read it. This information, combined with the House newsletters, should answer many of your possible questions. We hope that during your five years of contact with Marsden and King’s that you become fully involved in as many activities as possible. The aim of our proud school is to provide the best all-round education it is possible to obtain – but this can only be achieved if all concerned take part. The House system is an excellent springboard for this participation, and we know that for those students and families that come and support sporting and cultural events, take an interest in the Chapel and the community service programmes – along with the myriad of activities that take place, a fulfilling education will result. Not to mention plenty of enjoyment! Do not hesitate to contact myself, your son’s teacher-mentor or indeed any of the staff if you have any concerns or queries during the year. Clear and open communication is important to ensure the best outcomes for all concerned. Yours sincerely, Ben Simperingham Housemaster

MARSDEN HOUSE VISION STATEMENT 2016 Vision: To foster a House environment that both encourages and supports the ambitions and goals of every member of Marsden house, while maintaining the communal and accepting atmosphere for which the House always strives. Values: We believe in: ✤ A house spirit that promotes competition whilst instilling values of participation and courtesy in all aspect of King’s College life. ✤ A mutual respect between all members of the house, regardless of age. ✤ An inclusive stance, encompassing every member of Marsden. ✤ A determined and positive work ethic. ✤ A strong social conscience and awareness of the changing world. ✤ Consistency and fairness. ✤ Respect for the House as a physical place. House Aims: Academic: ✤ Recognition that academic achievement is the primary focus and ultimate goal of every student at King’s College. ✤ The clear definition of academic goals for members of the house, and the promotion of a house environment that supports the achievement of these goals. ✤ Emphasis on effort in a classroom situation, with an expression placed upon each student that they apply themselves to every facet of academic life at King’s College. Cultural: ✤ The encouragement and promotion of musical, dramatic and ethnic endeavors with a view to greater participation and achievement by members of the House. ✤ An effort to regain the Inter-House Cultural Shield, through strong Marsden representation in cultural groups and continuation of strong performances in cultural events such as House Music and House Debating. ✤ The continuation and strengthening of House events such as the Musicale and House concerts. Sporting: ✤ The promotion of participation in sport as a healthy and social pastime. ✤ The creation of an environment in which sporting talents may be encouraged and fostered. ✤ A strong sense of responsibility to House and school teams; the fulfilling of all sporting obligations. Spiritual/Service: ✤ An effort to encourage all members of Marsden to take up community service. ✤ The following of Christian and College values. ✤ The involvement of every House member in House activities. ✤ An effort to maintain Marsden’s spirit and image of openness, with participation and effort paramount to our cause.

MARSDEN HOUSE AND SCHOOL INFORMATION

MARSDEN MOTTO “SEMPER ARDENTES” is the Marsden motto, meaning “ALWAYS DETERMINED”, or “ALWAYS ENTHUSIASTIC”.

MARSDEN CREST House Crest – a white Celtic cross and border on a black background. The Marsden House colour is white. COLLEGE SONG O floreat semper, Collegium Regis, Et semper, iam magnum, maius emicet Quae mater benigna, omni amore digna Viri, ut re fiamus docet, Virtus Pollet. COLLEGE MOTTO The College Motto is “VIRTUS POLLET.” This literally means “MANLINESS PREVAILS”, however the word “VIRTUS” encompasses many other traits as well, such as “HONESTY”, “LOYALTY” and “PERSEVERANCE”, and as such is translated as “EXCELLENCE PREVAILS”.

THE KING’S HAKA The leader will start the haka, and you are expected to reply with the bolded lines. You will have to learn this haka quite early on in the year, as it will be performed at events like the Head of Harbour and the King’s vs Grammar 1st XV match. Kaea: Ko tenei he wero ki a koutou ma, Tuturu whakamaua kia tina. Kura: Tina Kaea: Huii e Kura: Taiki e. Hii aue, hi Kaea: Taire Maiho, te timatanga o to matou wharekura rangatira Kura: A te Rangatiratanga Hare mai koe, Uru mai koe Uru mai koe ki roto I to motou, wharekura rongonui Kingi Kareti (x2) Puta ake ko te ihi te wehi Ko te mana, Ko te tapu He totara nui, He whakaruru hou Tau mai, Tau mai Tai mai e te kura wananga Kingi Kareti Kingi Kareti Kaea: He aha te mea nui o te ao? Kura: Ko te tangata (x2) Tutangata pumau (x2) No nga hau e wha Hii

THE HOUSE SYSTEM King's College is divided into eleven Houses - four boys' boarding houses, five boys' day houses, Middlemore House (girls’ boarding) and Taylor House (girls’ day house). Each House is staffed by a Housemaster, Tutors and Teacher-Mentors, with the boarding houses each having a House-Manager as well. On entering King's, each student becomes a member of a House and, within their House, works and develops as a member of a closer community structure. Each student is assigned a Teacher-Mentor and the Teacher-Mentor’s role is to review students' academic and pastoral development on a regular basis through Mentor Group meetings, which take place twice a week basis. The House structure enables us to clearly identify the needs of each individual and to provide the support necessary for our students to reach their goals. The House system is important in other ways. It allows each House to develop its own culture and it provides a wide range of involvements to all the students through inter-house competition in sport, debating and music. Each House takes a great deal of pride in its uniqueness and the College supports initiatives by separate Houses which promote this individuality. However, the College strives to ensure that whatever difference there may be, all students are being provided with a safe emotional and physical environment that supports learning.

MARSDEN HOUSE LEADERS 2017 Head of House – Joshua Grant Head of Culture – Benji Flacks Head of Sport – George Breckon Head of Administration – Zhedian Yang Head of Academics – Danuja Thilakarathne Sacristan – Daniel Sewell SPORTS CAPTAINS Archery – Daniel Cutfield Athletics – George Breckon Badminton – Zhedian Yang Basketball – Tareet Dhatt Cricket – Anthony Benfell Cross-Country – George Breckon Football – Jack McGuinness Golf – Jackson Ren Hockey – Daniel Sewell Orienteering – Daniel Sewell, Rowing – Lachlan Cook Rugby – Giorgio Antoci, George Breckon Sailing – Reuben Duurentidjt Squash – Juin Ma Swimming – George Breckon Christian Dimitrov Tennis – Danuja Thilakarathne Water Polo – Christian Dimitrov CULTURAL CAPTAINS Cake Week – Jack White, Tasreet Dhatt, Connor Gee Chess – Danuja Thilakarthne Concerts – Daniel Cutfield Debating – Joshua Grant House Music – Benji Flacks, Daniel Cutfield Manifesto – Bon Nyeong, TJ Walton Musicale – Benji Flacks Girls Liaison – Jack McGuinness House Council – Daniel Sewell House Spirit - Tasreet Dhatt, Connor Gee

The Marsden House Council The House Council is a student-led council that works to improve Marsden, aid in the management and running of the House, take part in various political campaigns (e.g. ‘Make Poverty History’) and organise recreational activities. Should you have any suggestions for the House, tell one of your year group representatives. Any and all suggestions are welcome. Marsden House Prefects The Marsden House Prefects are there to help and serve. They ‘enforce’ the rules of the house, act as role models and are always available to help. Contrary to common perception, they are not here to make your life miserable. They are here primarily to help run the house. In order to make their jobs easy, and to keep you out of trouble, please try to help them as much as possible, and do not try to undermine them. This will keep Marsden running smoothly for the year.

HOUSE ROUTINE Monday: 8:20am House meeting for all Tuesday: 8:20am House meeting or Chapel Wednesday: 8:20am House meeting or Chapel Thursday: 8:20am House meeting or Chapel Friday: 8:20am House meeting for all Note: Attendance is compulsory at any event and Sunday Fatigues will be given for any deliberate absence. YEAR 9 DUTIES A roster will be set up requiring all Year 9s to carry out duties around the House. Each Year 9 student whose name appears on the duty roster for that week must report to the Prefect on Duty before school each day to get their assigned job. If a student does not appear for their duty, the Prefect will give them a House fatigue unless the student has a valid reason and note. Duties include: sweeping the courtyard and path, cleaning and vacuuming the 4th year, 5th year and tutors and main common rooms respectively, cleaning the study, cleaning the locker rooms and toilets, cleaning the kitchen and washing the dishes. Please note, because this happens every year, that dishwashing liquid does not go in the dishwasher. Tablets are located in the drawers, and should be put into the small rectangle on the inside of the dishwasher front. UNAVOIDABLE ABSENCE It is the student’s responsibility to get their parent or guardian to email the Housemaster or Attendance Officer the same day (before 8:20am if possible) if they are sick or have an appointment.

MENTOR - MENTEE PROGRAMME A mentor is someone who is regarded as an experienced and trusted advisor. Your mentor is someone you can go to when you need help. Every first year student is assigned a mentor (Year 13) student. A list of this will be published early in term one. The Mentor's Responsibilities Are: ✤ To teach their mentees the School song, the School and House rules ✤ To help their mentees deal with any problems, settle into school life smoothly, become aware of what is required of them There are many people a first year can go to for help or advice, as well as their mentor there is the: ✤ House Tutor ✤ Chaplain ✤ Housemaster ✤ Counsellor ✤ House Sacristan ✤ Peer Mediators It is up to the first year student to take the initiative and approach a person they feel they can trust if there is a particular issue they want resolved.

PUNISHMENTS GIVEN BY PREFECTS: When someone is given a punishment by a prefect, it generally means that they’ve deliberately disobeyed one of their instructions, or violated a School or House rule. HOUSE FATIGUES: Given by House Prefects, and consist of doing work around the House on a Friday from 3:30pm to 4:30pm. Sometimes, Friday lunchtime sessions are held for those unable to return after school. SCHOOL FATIGUES: Given out by School Prefects and consist of similar work around the school at the same time as House Fatigues.

GIVEN BY STAFF: DETENTIONS: Given by teachers for various reasons such as poor academic attitude or unacceptable behaviour. They consist of work, set by the issuing teacher, for an hour after school on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. SCHOOL SUNDAY FATIGUES: Given by Housemasters, The Deputy Headmaster or automatically given if a student receives a certain number of detentions in a week. Recipients are required to come in to school on a Sunday and do three hours of manual labour, starting at 9.30am.

MARSDEN HOUSE HISTORY At first, Marsden was known as Town House, formed in 1926 with 100 boys under the leadership of Mr L. Delph. Before that, for the first four years after the move of the College to Middlemore, dayboys had no house, and were divided largely for participation in sport into two groups under the names of “City” and “Manukau”. In 1928 Mr A. Thomson was appointed Housemaster, a post he was to retain for 14 years. This was a testing and difficult time through the years of the Depression, with the house lacking many of the facilities enjoyed by the boarding houses. 1943 marked the beginning of the long Housemastership of Mr L.C.M. Saunders. As the roll increased from 87 to 198 the problem of unmanageable numbers increased until in 1947, the name “Town” ceased to exist and the House was divided into two dayboy houses, “Marsden” retained by Mr Saunders and “Peart” under Mr R.B. Sibson. The name Marsden originates from the Reverend Samuel Marsden, called the “Apostle of New Zealand” by the New Zealand Prayer Book. He is remembered for being the first person to preach the Christian Gospel in New Zealand on Christmas Day 1814. The long association of Mr & Mrs Saunders with Marsden came to an end in 1965, with Mr R.E.C. Hogg taking over as Housemaster.

The strength of the house in academic, sporting and cultural achievements continued to grow through the years and at no time was there any question about day house inferiority despite the fact that many of the boys travelled some distance daily. Athletic honours have always been strongly and spiritedly defended. In 1977 the move to new buildings, along with Major and Peart was a highlight in the history of the house and each took on its own special character. Mr Delph was remembered at a tree-planting ceremony during the landscaping of the House, and the Head boys of “Town” are recorded on an Honours Board. Alongside this are records of yearly successes in University Scholarship and Heads of Marsden. With the advent of girls to the College in 1980 they were welcomed into the house and played a very active part there, always aware of the history of the house and prepared to maintain the good traditions held so dearly by the boys. The Housemasters of Marsden House have been: 1947-1965 L.C.M. Saunders, 1966-1970 R.E.C. Hogg, 1971-1972 R.W.O. Williams, R.G. Bass 1973-1975 D. Jeffrey, 1976-1986 J.A.E. Bean, 1987-1989 T.J.R. Sinclair, 1990-1993 C. Klaassen, 1994-1998 M. Olm, 1999-2012 G. McKibbin, 2013 – Present B. Simperingham

Past Leaders of Marsden HEADS OF TOWN HOUSE 1926 J. S. OSBURNE-LILLY 1927 S. G. PARKINSON 1928 R. H. BROWNE 1929 I. C. STEWARD 1930 P. R. PIKE 1931 W. G. KERRY 1932 J. E. MAKGILL 1933 L. M. SMITH 1934 I. M. BELL 1935 H. S. LUSK 1936 T. A. ROBERTS 1937 J. M. WARNER 1938 P. A. BUDDLE 1939 L. E. HADLOW 1940 R.E. MOORE 1941 G.R.B FISHER 1942 K.H. FRIEDLANDER 1943 J.A. HORROCKS 1944 G.S.M. KELLAWAY 1945 G.S.M. KELLAWAY 1946 W.A.J. MILLER 1947 W.A.J. MILLER HEADS OF MARSDEN HOUSE 1948 A.P.M WILLIAMS, 1949 J.R. SAVAGE, 1950 G.X.E. MCLEOD, 1951 G.H. NORTON, 1952 R.N. BUTTLE, 1953 P.I. MARTELLI, 1954 R.M. COOMBES, 1955 R.D. ALLAN, 1956 T.P. CHEESEMAN, 1957 N.C. HOWARD, 1958 P.J. HAWLEY, 1959 R.B. ELLIS-PEGLER, 1960 J.B. HORROCKS, 1961 J.M. PRIESTLEY, 1962 P.D.G. SKEGG, 1963 B.J.G. HEWITT, 1964 F.W. GRAYSON, 1965 J.L. GRAYSON, 1966 D.R. BRABANT, 1967 R.M. NOAKES, 1968 P.J. MERFIELD, 1969 P.J. DAVIDSON, 1970 R.S. CHAMBERS, 1971 R.F. EWEN, A.I. PAGETT, 1972 R.D. AGNEW, T.S. RUSSELL, 1973 M.T. DAULTON, D.D. WILLIAMS, 1974 W.J. EWEN, D.N. MITCHELL, 1975 J.S. BECA, G.W. MCCURRACH, 1976 A.S.L. HASLETT, 1977 J.S.N. MITCHELL, 1978 A.S. LOWE, 1979 C.B. WILLIAMSON, 1980 K.D. KARPIK, 1981 P.J. HERNON, 1982 M.N. SZIGETVARY, 1983 R.J. BECA, 1984 S.J. FUGE, 1985 C.E. PERKINS, 1986 C.D. GILL, 1987 D.E.J. GIBSON, 1988 M.P. TAPPER, 1989 P.D. CRUMP, 1990 C.A. GREY, 1991 D.M.C.R. SANDLANT, 1992 B.T.K. DAVIS, 1993 D.J.R. BUTLER, 1994 M.J. RICHARDSON, 1995 A.M. GLENIE, 1996 A.C. GREY, 1997 J.T. MCLEAN, 1998 J.A.J. TIETJENS, 1999 O.C. WILLIAMS, 2000 D.N.J. LAURENCE, 2001 W.R.L. BROWN, 2002 S.D. CLEARWATER, 2003 G.N. MITCHELL, 2004 W.D. PERRIAM, 2005 A.J. CHRISTIE, 2006 W. C.J. BRITTAIN, 2007 D.R. HIGGINS, 2008 T. M. BARRACLOUGH, 2009 J.C. MCKELVIE, 2010 J.M. LEE, 2011 S. HICKEY, 2012 C. WATSON, 2013 F. ELLIS, 2014 C.A. GREEN, 2015 M. GANLEY, 2016 B Flacks HEADS OF SCHOOL 1993 T.C.I. MAASLAND 1994 T.A.J. GRANT 1999 R.G. DAYMAN 2008 J.C.G. HARVEY 2014 B.J. GANLEY

THE VALUES OF KING’S COLLEGE GENEROSITY OF SPIRIT: We value a culture of service and of giving to others PURSUIT OF LEARNING: We value the academic pursuit that is the focus of the College and celebrate academic achievement made by others GRATITUDE: We value the opportunities available to the College and welcome life as a gift to be enjoyed RESPECT: We value the fair treatment of all people and the preservation of human dignity SPIRITUALITY: We affirm the significance of the Christian spiritual journey which gives personal meaning to life HONESTY: We value trust and truthfulness in all human relationships MORAL COURAGE: We value strength of character and leadership, guided by a strong moral code of behaviour TOLERANCE: We encourage the acceptance of all people and encourage a sense of belonging in our community

CHARTER OF RIGHTS Common Rights provide a minimum standard of expectation of how every member within the House should be treated. The agreed rights of an individual, however, bring a double-edged sword as it now makes every member responsible for fulfilling those rights. We believe that every member of the House has the following rights: ✤ To feel safe and to be free to relax within the House without being subjected to any physical harassment or verbal put-downs. ✤ To be free to be oneself without being subjected to racist or discriminatory remarks or to be deliberately isolated. ✤ To retain one's property and to have it treated with respect, without being forced to lend gear or money. ✤ To be able to express one's opinion without fear of ridicule or retaliation. ✤ To be given a fair hearing in any disputes. ✤ To be treated at all times with respect and dignity, especially by members who are senior to you.

HOUSE REWARD SYSTEM Cultural, Academic and Sports Colours are awarded at various times of the year at House meetings. This year, you must apply to be considered for Colours. Application forms will be distributed at various times during the year, and will also be available from Mr Simperingham at any time. CULTURAL COLOURS ✤ Outstanding performance in a school production ✤ Distinction in Speech & Drama at any level ✤ Distinction in Music at any level ✤ Winning a Senior Inter- House Cultural Competition SPORTS COLOURS ✤ Winning an individual or team inter-house competition ✤ Winning an individual final or even an inter-house competition ✤ Being a National representative for any sport ✤ Winning an event at Athletics or Swimming Sports ✤ Placing in the top 3 in Cross Country ACADEMIC COLOURS ✤ A minimum of 75% ‘A’ grades ✤ 1st in Term Order, with 4 or more ‘A’ grades ✤ 1st in Exam Orders FIVE COLOURS BADGE ✤ Awarded to those who have gained five Senior House Colour Awards.

MARSDEN CUPS AND TROPHIES These awards are presented at Marsden’s annual House Supper to those students who, in the Housemaster’s opinion, fulfil the criteria laid out below. JUNIOR HOUSE SERVICE TANKARD First year who has made a notable contribution to the House. L.C.M. SAUNDERS CUP Junior who has made a significant musical/cultural contribution to the House. MARSDEN HOUSE CUP FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE First or Second Year who has been the most consistently successful on the academic front. HUGHES FAMILY CUP Second Year who has made a notable contribution to the House. R.E.C. HOGG CUP Citizenship for a third year. SENIOR HOUSE SERVICE TANKARD The fifth year, not Head or Deputy, who has given most service to the House. CRUMP TROPHY FOR OUTSTANDING RUGBY The member of the House who has displayed the most consistent skill on the Rugby Field. EDWARD PRATT CUP FOR ALL-ROUND SPORTSMANSHIP Not necessarily for outstanding sporting performance but rather consistently good sportsmanship. CAMPBELL GREY CUP FOR CULTURAL ACHIEVEMENT The member of the House who has had a significant role in a Cultural Production in the College, or, who has added significantly to the cultural life of the House.

RICHARD WILLIAMS CUP FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE The fifth year who has been the most consistently successful on the academic front. RICHARDSON CUP - FOR SENIOR MUSICAL CONTRIBUTION TO THE HOUSE The Senior who has consistently added to the musical life of the House over his time with in the House. DAVID PHILLIPS CUP - FOR SERVICE TO THE ARTS The member of the House who has contributed to the cultural side of life at King’s and/or in Marsden – backstage, technical, set design etc. rather than acting. THE THOMAS CUP – FOR SERVICE TO SPORT The Senior who has contributed significantly to the sporting life of the House. FUGE CUP - FOR HOUSE SPIRIT The senior member of the House for whom there is never any question as to their House Loyalty and dedication to the interests of Marsden. THE OLM CHALICE This is awarded to that member of the House who, in the opinion of the Housemaster has been the most consistently conscientious, unfailingly polite, wholeheartedly supportive and invariably positive student during the year. THE J.A.E. BEAN CUP FOR LEADERSHIP Awarded to the Head or Deputy Head of House for loyalty and dedication to their role as a key House Leader. HOUSEMASTER’S TANKARD FOR LOYALTY AND SERVICE A personal award from the Housemaster to those members of the senior body who have given outstanding service and displayed qualities of exceptional loyalty. THE CHAPEL CHALICE – FOR SERVICE TO THE CHAPEL The member of the House that has contributed significantly to the Chapel as a Senior Sacristan or House Sacristan. C. L. KLAASSEN CUP – FOR COURAGE Awarded to a boy from any year in recognition of courage and spirit ‘Luctor et Emergo’ - through struggle I emerge. THE MARSDEN MENTORING CUP Donated by Clarke Truscott in 2008; awarded to the senior who displays a keen interest in the wellbeing of another student and actively goes out of their way to help, advise and guide them throughout the year. THE JOURDAN HARVEY CUP For All-Round Achievement Awarded to the Fourth Year who has achieved all-round excellence in the academic, sporting and cultural domains.

KING’S COLLEGE ANTI-HARASSMENT POLICY Our College community will not tolerate the oppression of one member by another. Everyone has the right to feel safe from any form of harassment (physical, verbal, emotional and sexual). The rights of the students to learn, and for the teachers to teach is respected by all. All members take responsibility for their own behaviour. Every member of the School community should contribute to the well-being of all other members. This policy applies to all members of the College community, including staff, students, parents and visitors.

WHAT IS HARASSMENT? If a particular behaviour embarrasses, upsets or hurts another person, then it can be classified as harassment. Harassment can include physical, verbal, emotional and sexual. PHYSICAL: e.g. pushing, hitting, spitting, damaging the property of others. VERBAL: e.g. repeated ‘put-downs’ name calling, ridiculing, swearing, racist comments. EMOTIONAL: e.g. threatening, spreading rumours, ostracism, make rude or threatening signs. SEXUAL: e.g. sexual behaviour which is deliberate, uninvited, unwelcome and which is perceived by the recipient to be embarrassing, offensive, demeaning or compromising. Harassment of any kind is unwanted and unwelcome. Stopping Harassment is Important: Harassment affects a person’s well-being, self confidence, work and relationships with others. It is totally against the College’s ethos, and in some cases, may be against the law. We believe all members of the School community have an equal right: ✤ To be treated fairly by fellow students and staff ✤ To feel safe and secure ✤ To learn, and grow towards their full potential ✤ To feel valued, accepted, and cared for as unique individuals ✤ To have their own property (and therefore we will respect and protect the property of others) You can act against Harassment: ✤ If you are guilty of harassment, stop now! ✤ If you witness harassment you can do something about it and thereby protect others. ✤ Change your friendship group it if becomes involved in harassment. ✤ Report harassment, so that both the bullies and victims can receive help. ✤ If you are being harassed, you can take action. Options The aim of the following procedure is to stop harassment by helping you to resolve the situation with the harasser. It is best if the harassment can be stopped by working it out, through discussion, repentance, forgiveness and acceptance to restore positive relations. Act Alone You may choose to do nothing. However, harassment could continue. Approach the person who is harassing you and request that the offending behaviour stops.

MARSDEN HOUSE RULES AND INFORMATION The following rules and guidelines are noted to ensure clear understanding amongst the student body, and to help define the boundaries under which the Prefects operate. However, the overriding rule is that of common sense and courtesy to others. A. COMMON ROOM No footwear is to be worn in the Common Room, apart from by Year 13s. This is to preserve the carpet and help keep it clean. All furniture must be looked after. Breakages must be reported immediately. Tidiness and cleanliness are paramount in this area. Use the rubbish bins provided. Recycling bins are also available for recycling cans, plastic bottles etc. No ball-games are allowed in this area. Ball games are to be played on the fields. The pool tables and table-tennis tables must be used sensibly. They are there for the benefit of all, and no ‘seniority’ rule applies, except for the one pool table allocated for seniors only (unless no senior(s) wish(es) to use it at a particular time). The tables are not to be used during school periods. There is to be no eating or drinking in the Common Room. B. LOCKER ROOM Each boy has a locker allocated to him. This must be kept tidy. It must be kept locked with a solid lock. It is advised that the student give the Housemaster a named copy in case the original is lost. Boys should store bags and other items in their lockers. It is each boy’s responsibility to look after his locker. Clothing and equipment left lying around will be impounded. The House has a lost property bin, located in the Kitchen. In the locker room: No ball games or misbehaviour. Sports boots must be removed and cleaned before entering the House. Dirty sports gear and towels should be taken home for regular cleaning. Showers are provided for those that wish to have them after sports practices. C. SENIOR COMMON ROOMS (4TH & 5TH YEARS ONLY): The stereo volume is to be kept at an acceptable level. Common areas should be kept tidy. Any material displayed should be of an acceptable standard i.e. suitable for public display. Check with the Housemaster if in doubt. No junior boy is to enter a Senior Common Room unless he has the permission of a House Prefect or Senior. These areas are to be kept tidy and respectable. Use of the House during study periods is a privilege, not a right. Boys are trusted to use this time profitably. D. FRONT OF HOUSE This is a crucial area, as Marsden House is on show to the rest of the College. Accordingly, tidiness and mature behaviour is the expected norm. There are to be no ball games in this area - nor the area immediately in front of the Taylor House (the ‘Taylor Lawn’). Keep to the paths to avoid damaging the grass, especially during the winter months. Walking across the Taylor Lawn is a privilege reserved for fifth years. E. BACK OF HOUSE The drying room may be used for storage. Use the various tubs to clean sports gear and boots. This room can also be used to store golf clubs, bicycles, cricket gear, hockey gear and other equipment, but be aware that it can be accessed by anyone. The Golf Club is out of bounds to students, except for registered players. F. ATTENDANCE School starts at 8:20 am each morning with either Chapel or House meetings. Everyone must ensure that this time is kept to by being within the House, having signed in, by 8.20am. Attendance is compulsory at House Meetings, Chapel services and House practices as directed by the Housemaster or Prefects. Absentees will be punished.

Regular lists will be taken. There are also regular checks of classroom attendance. If a boy is ill during the day he must go to the school medical centre, where he will stay until release at 3:15pm, until it has been arranged to have the student picked up, or until he is judged fit to return to class. Only those students, whose parents have indicated by letter, will be allowed a late pass. Pupils must ensure they sign in using the relevant attendance form at the House by 8:20am every morning. This is an important responsibility as it indicates that you have arrived safely at College. Parents should email the Housemaster to inform him of an absentee or of dentist or doctor’s appointments etc. before 8:20 am. School finishes at 3:15 pm at the earliest - no boy is to catch an earlier train unless he has permission. Often he will be required to attend inter-house matches either as a player or as a supporter. Any event deemed compulsory by the Housemaster, must be attended. The House will be locked at approximately 5:15pm each evening. Behaviour on trains must be of an acceptable standard. Further details regarding behaviour on trains can be found in the school rules. G. HOUSE SPORT Boys, if selected to represent the House, are expected to attend both practices and the event itself. The House Captain(s) of that specific sport will select those pupils in consultation with the House Staff. Boys will be expected to support the House, in House competitions after school as appropriate. These events may involve either lunchtime, after school or the occasional weekend event. Weekend events are noted in the School Calendar. All students should endeavour to take part in at least one inter-house sport, other than Cross Country. H. HOUSE DUTIES Roster systems will be organised to cover a whole series of duties at lunchtime and after school. These will be checked thoroughly by the Duty Prefect and the Teacher on Duty. I. HOUSE FATIGUES These are run on a Friday by the Prefects and the T.O.D. These will last from 3:30 to 4.30pm and will involve general House maintenance. A Fatigue Book is kept and a list will be published by Thursday morning. If the student is unable to attend on Friday afternoon he must complete his punishment at an alternative time. The Housemaster must be advised in advance of an inability to attend. J. DRESS CODE The Number One uniform is: In summer, (Terms one & four) – White shirt and beige pants with white socks and black shoes. This uniform must be worn on the first and final day of term one and four, every Wednesday and at House chapel. In winter, (Term two & three) – Blazer and long trousers with white shirt and tie. This uniform must be worn on the first and final day of term two and three, every Wednesday for assembly, at House chapel and for House & College photos. It is important to note that during the winter terms a student can choose to wear his Number Ones’ instead of his usual winter grey uniform. K. HOUSE CHAPEL There are three House Family services, one every term except term four, and it is compulsory for every member of the House to attend. Please plan your social diary around these important calendared events on the College calendar. L. PROCEDURE WHEN YOU ARE ABSENT Please either phone or e-mail the Housemaster before 8:25am informing why you will not be attending school for that day. This procedure must be followed every day your son is away from school. M. PROCEDURES FOR LONGER PERIODS OF ABSENCE For periods up to three days, a written note to the Housemaster is required prior to him leaving, giving all relevant information. For longer periods of time, a letter requesting permission must be written to the

Associate Headmaster. This must reach him at least two weeks before your son’s intended departure. N. SCHOOL HOURS The School day begins at 8:20am and concludes 3:20pm Monday to Thursday and 3:15pm on a Friday. Sports practices, Cultural and House activities can continue on to 5:00pm. It is vital that you sign into the House, at the latest, by 8:20am. Failure to sign in without an adequate explanation will result in a punishment. O. SCHOOL SHOP HOURS The School Shop is open during the week from 10:30am to 4:30pm. P. EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES It is expected that every Year 9, 10 and 11 student will participate in two approved extra-curricular activities at the College. It is expected that every Year 12 student will participate in one approved extra-curricular activity at the College. Q. LOCKERS The House provides every student with a locker and it is his responsibility to provide a solid lock (key type recommended) and to keep his possessions locked up at all times. The bringing of any expensive items that will be kept in a locker to school is strongly discouraged. R. CELL PHONES Students are not allowed to use cell phones or have them switched on at school, but are allowed to use them within the confines of the House or at the Tuck Shop. S. HAIR REGULATIONS The College rules regarding hair must be observed at all times. The hair must be above the collar, off the ears and not below the eyes. The colouring of hair is not allowed. T. OTHER 1. No boy may leave the School Grounds during the day, unless he has the Housemaster’s permission. 2. All items of clothing must be named - including watches, school bags, umbrellas and sports shoes. The House Lost Property is located in the Kitchen. 3. No bicycle or car should be brought to school unless the Housemaster has given his permission. All College Driving Regulations must be adhered to. 4. The Housemaster’s study and the Tutors’ Common Room are out of bounds to all boys unless a master or Prefect is present. 5. No boy from another House may enter Marsden House unless permission has been given by the T.O.D or a Prefect. Visiting days are currently Fridays, but always under review. Year 13s may have visitors on any day. 6. All Marsden House boys who enter another House must seek permission of that Housemaster, and behave appropriately. 7. All boys should read the various House notice boards daily to gather information. They are updated regularly and should be read carefully. 8. The Kitchen facilities are available to the whole house. There must be respect for communal property and in doing so wash up what you use and clean up any mess that is made.